LETTER: God offers salvation to everyone

Virginia NicholsNorthport

Published: Monday, April 8, 2013 at 3:30 a.m.

Last Modified: Sunday, April 7, 2013 at 11:11 p.m.

Dear Editor: This letter is for everyone who has never confessed Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. I do not know you, but statistics verify your existence. I am anxious about where you will spend eternity.

The Bible pronounces a very stern indictment: “There is no one who is righteous, not one.” (Romans 3:10) We all need redemption. Contrite, ask the Lord’s pardon. Sad as our sins make us, we need not despair. God has not abandoned us without hope. Read the following promises from God’s Holy Word: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish, but may have eternal life.” (John 3:16).

“If we confess our sins, he who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (I John 1:9)

Go to the New Testament in your Bible. Learn how to live the Christian life from Jesus’ own teaching. The Christian life is not always easy, but it is possible and can allay the fear of death. Christians should strive to be vigilant and knowledgeable so they can discern what is truth and what is not.

Prayer is the Christian’s greatest strength and comfort. I will pray for you and I hope you will pray for me.

<p>Dear Editor: This letter is for everyone who has never confessed Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. I do not know you, but statistics verify your existence. I am anxious about where you will spend eternity.</p><p>The Bible pronounces a very stern indictment: “There is no one who is righteous, not one.” (Romans 3:10) We all need redemption. Contrite, ask the Lord's pardon. Sad as our sins make us, we need not despair. God has not abandoned us without hope. Read the following promises from God's Holy Word: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish, but may have eternal life.” (John 3:16).</p><p>“If we confess our sins, he who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (I John 1:9)</p><p>Go to the New Testament in your Bible. Learn how to live the Christian life from Jesus' own teaching. The Christian life is not always easy, but it is possible and can allay the fear of death. Christians should strive to be vigilant and knowledgeable so they can discern what is truth and what is not.</p><p>Prayer is the Christian's greatest strength and comfort. I will pray for you and I hope you will pray for me.</p>